The client recently diagnosed with hypertension presents with the following assessment data: weight,200 lb; height,5'4"; diet,mostly starches; alcohol intake,three beers/week; stressors,works 60 hours/week.In planning care with this client,what is the priority outcome?

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The priority outcome for a client with hypertension would be to achieve and maintain optimum weight. This can be achieved through dietary changes to reduce starch intake, increasing physical activity, and potentially altering medication dosages. While reducing stress and limiting alcohol intake can also have positive impacts on blood pressure, they are not as critical as addressing the client's weight. Balancing the diet is also important, but should be addressed after weight management is established.

The Client Recently Diagnosed with Hypertension Presents with the Following